Policy Resources

Week Without Violence is part of a global movement with YWCAs across the country and around the world to end violence against women and girls. We are committed to ending gender-based violence in every space where it occurs, which is why we are highlighting the need to address technology-facilitated GBV as our 2023 theme, Not on our screens. Not in our streets: A movement toward violence-free communities. We know that there is a deep connection between online and offline hate speech and violence against women, girls, and gender diverse people. Review the resources below and join us today to create a world without violence.

#WWV23 Fact Sheets:

  • Gender-Based Violence Overview
  • Technology and Gender-Based Violence

White House, Administration, United Nations, and other educational resources: